We're getting married · 我们要结婚啦

Sharon & Bernie

馮詩曼 · 謝沛楠

Sunday, April 18, 2027 · 5:00 PM

二〇二七年 四月 十八日

Pudong, Shanghai

上海 · 浦东

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Chapter One · 我们的故事

Our Story

Every love story is a little different. Here are a few of the moments that brought us to this one.

  1. Spring 2019

    First Meeting

    We met at a small coffee shop in the city. What was supposed to be a quick introduction turned into hours of conversation.

  2. Summer 2020

    Our First Trip

    A spontaneous road trip to the coast became the weekend we both knew this was something special.

  3. Winter 2022

    Moving In Together

    We built a home together, one mismatched piece of furniture at a time.

  4. Autumn 2025

    The Proposal

    On a quiet evening walk, surrounded by the ones we love, the answer was an easy yes.

Save the Date · 婚礼详情

The Details

The Evening Before

Meet & Greet

Sat · Apr 17

Join us the evening before for a relaxed welcome — a chance to say hi to friends and family as everyone arrives. Venue and timing details to come.

The Venue

High Yunjian

by Light & Salt

High·沄涧

光与盐 · 前滩中心店

English R1 (rooftop level), Qiantan Center, 555 Haiyang West Road, Pudong New Area, Shanghai — beside Qiantan Taikoo Li.

中文 上海市浦东新区海阳西路555号前滩中心顶层R1层（近前滩太古里）

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How to get there
  • Metro Take Line 18 to Qiantan (前滩) Station or Lines 6 / 8 / 11 to Oriental Sports Center (东方体育中心). From either, it is a short walk to Qiantan Center (前滩中心) — the tall office tower beside Taikoo Li.
  • On arrival Enter Qiantan Center and follow signage for Light & Salt / High Yunjian (光与盐). The restaurant occupies the rooftop R1 level; staff often greet guests at the Light & Salt lounge on the transfer floor — when in doubt, ask the lobby for “High Yunjian” or “光与盐”.
  • Driving & parking Navigate to 555 Haiyang West Road (海阳西路555号). Use Qiantan Center or nearby mall parking (several carparks serve this block — pick the one opposite Qiantan Center if your map shows multiple “stone zone” lots). Allow a few extra minutes to find the elevator lobby.
Ceremony

5:00 PM

Reception

Following ceremony

Ceremony, dinner, and celebration all take place here — one rooftop space. Further details will be shared closer to the date.

Dress Code · 着装要求

Black Tie Formal

正式黑领结礼服

Plan Your Stay · 旅行指南

Travel

A few hotels near the venue and tips to make the trip easy.

Luxury · Next to venue

Shangri-La Qiantan

上海前滩香格里拉酒店

Next door

The closest luxury option to our venue — indoor pool, wellness club, and several restaurants on site. A two-minute walk.

From ~$210/night Book
Mid-range · Design-forward

Artyzen Habitat Qiantan

上海前滩雅辰悦居酒店

~5 min walk

Modern, well-designed hotel a few minutes from Taikoo Li and the Oriental Sports Center metro stop. Great balance of comfort and value.

From ~$80/night Book
Affordable · Boutique

The Shàng Qiantan

上海前滩雅辰尚酒店

~5 min walk

Friendly boutique hotel from the Artyzen group, one street over from Taikoo Li. Lifestyle feel at a very reasonable rate.

From ~$60/night Book

Airports

International flights land at Shanghai Pudong International (PVG) — ~40 km, 30–40 min by taxi, or Metro Line 2 transferring to Line 18 at Longyang Road. Most domestic flights use Hongqiao (SHA) — ~20 km, also 30–40 min by taxi. If you're connecting between the two, the new Airport Express (市域机场线) does PVG ↔ SHA in about 40 minutes.

Getting Around Shanghai

A short guide for anyone who hasn't been to mainland China recently: • Metro: Line 18 stops at 前滩 (Qiantan) Station, walking distance to Taikoo Li. Lines 6 / 8 / 11 also serve the neighborhood via Oriental Sports Center Station. Use the MetroMan or 地铁 Metro apps. • Taxis: download DiDi (滴滴) — English interface, pay in-app. Easier than flagging a cab. • Payments: Shanghai is almost entirely cashless. Install Alipay (支付宝) and/or WeChat Pay (微信支付) before you arrive and link a foreign Visa/Mastercard — both now support international cards for tourists. A small amount of RMB cash (¥200–500) is a useful backup. • Maps: AMap (高德地图) has an English mode and is accurate for transit and walking. Google Maps is unreliable in China; Apple Maps works reasonably well. • Internet: Google, Gmail, Instagram, WhatsApp, and YouTube are blocked. Install a VPN (e.g. Mullvad) before arrival if you want access. Alternatively, an international travel eSIM often routes around the firewall automatically. • Translation: Apple Translate works offline and handles Chinese well. Google Translate (with VPN) or Baidu Translate are also great options.

Coming from abroad?

Getting into China

Here are the three common entry paths — rules change, so always confirm with your local Chinese embassy or consulate before you book.

For our United States guests

With a United States passport, you are not eligible for China's 30-day visa-free entry. Most United States travelers use either the 240-hour visa-free transit (Option B) with an onward ticket to a third country or region, or a tourist (L) visa (Option C).

Read Options B and C below — they spell out exactly what applies to you.

Option A

Up to 30 days

Visa-free entry

This path applies to passport holders from eligible countries — including the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, South Korea, and much of Europe. Check the full country list to confirm. United States passport holders are not covered by this program; skip to Option B or C.

How it works

  1. 1 Hold a valid ordinary passport from an eligible country (confirm on the list)
  2. 2 Have a confirmed onward or return ticket
  3. 3 Fly in — no application required

Policy is currently published through Dec 31, 2026 and has been extended several times. Verify before you travel.

See the full country list (NIA)
Option B

Up to 10 days (240 hours)

Visa-free transit

United States citizens (and many others, including the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, Japan, and all Schengen countries) can transit through China visa-free for up to 240 hours — as long as you are flying onward to a third country or region. Hong Kong, Macau, and Singapore all count. Example: San Francisco → Shanghai → Tokyo → home.

How it works

  1. 1 Book an onward ticket to a third country or region within the allowed window
  2. 2 At check-in, tell the airline you will use the 240-hour transit policy
  3. 3 After landing in Shanghai, request the free Temporary Entry Permit at the visa-free transit desk

Works at Shanghai Pudong (PVG) and Hongqiao (SHA). This is the most popular option for United States guests — pair the wedding with a stop in Tokyo, Seoul, or Hong Kong and skip the visa paperwork entirely.

Transit policy — Embassy of China in the United States
Option C

Tourist (L) visa

Apply for a tourist visa

Choose this if you are traveling on a United States passport without an onward ticket to a third country, or if you want a longer stay. As of 2024 the process is simpler — United States applicants no longer need invitation letters, hotel bookings, or round-trip tickets.

How it works

  1. 1 Complete the online application at China's COVA portal
  2. 2 Submit your passport and printed form in person (or via an agent) at your local Chinese Visa Application Service Center
  3. 3 Collect your passport after processing (often about four business days; express may be available)

United States citizens pay about $140 at time of writing. Fingerprints have been waived for many applicants through 2026. We recommend applying one to two months before travel.

Start your application (COVA)

Official resources

COVA · Online Visa Application Official form for L-visa and all other visa types. Visa Application Service Centers Find the submission office nearest you. National Immigration Administration Authoritative visa-free policy details (English).
Good to Know · 常见问题

Questions

A few answers to common questions. Can't find what you're looking for? Just ask us directly.

What time should I arrive?

The ceremony begins at 5:00 PM Shanghai time (CST, UTC+8). We recommend arriving by 4:30 PM. We'll share the full schedule here and in your invitation as the date gets closer.

Is there a dress code?

Black Tie Formal (正式黑领结礼服). Think floor-length gowns and tuxedos or dark suits with a bow tie.

How do I get to the venue?

The celebration is at High Yunjian by Light & Salt — rooftop R1 at Qiantan Center (前滩中心), 555 Haiyang West Road, beside Taikoo Li. Take Metro Line 18 to Qiantan (前滩) or Lines 6 / 8 / 11 to Oriental Sports Center, then walk to Qiantan Center and follow signage for Light & Salt. DiDi (滴滴) works well for taxis. If you drive, allow extra time for parking around Qiantan Center or the mall carparks.

Do I need a visa to come to China?

It depends on your passport. United States passport holders are not on China's 30-day visa-free list, but can usually use the 240-hour visa-free transit (with an onward ticket to a third country) or apply for a tourist visa. Many other nationalities — including the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, and most of Europe — may enter visa-free for up to 30 days. See the visa guide above for the full breakdown, and always confirm with your embassy before booking.

How do I pay for things in Shanghai?

Shanghai is almost entirely cashless. Before you arrive, install Alipay (支付宝) and/or WeChat Pay (微信支付) and link your international Visa or Mastercard — both now support foreign cards for tourists. Keep ¥200–500 in cash as a backup. Most hotels and larger restaurants also accept foreign credit cards directly.

Will I have internet access?

Google, Gmail, Instagram, WhatsApp, and YouTube are blocked on local networks. If you rely on them, install a VPN (ExpressVPN, Astrill, etc.) before you arrive — downloading one inside China is much harder. Many international travel eSIMs also bypass the firewall automatically, which is another great option.

Can I bring a plus one?

We're keeping the celebration intimate. Please refer to your invitation for who is invited; if you have a plus one, they will be listed there.

Are kids welcome?

We love your little ones, but we've chosen to keep the ceremony and reception an adults-only event so that everyone can relax and celebrate.

What's the best way to RSVP?

Through our RSVP form below. Please respond by February 28, 2027, so we can finalize the headcount with our venue.

Who can I contact with other questions?

Feel free to reach out to us directly — we're happy to help with travel, logistics, or anything else.

Join Us · 敬请回复

Will you be there?

Please let us know by July 15, 2026. We can't wait to celebrate with you.

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